Scientific Project Manager

$75,000 - $90,000/Yr

The Michael J. Fox Foundation For Parkinson's Research - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

New York, NY

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About the position

The Scientific Project Manager at The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research plays a crucial role in supporting the Translational Research department by overseeing high-impact funding and non-funding programs. This position involves collaboration with various internal stakeholders and contributes to the advancement of a robust preclinical pipeline, ensuring effective project management and communication across scientific initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support scientific staff in collecting, maintaining, and synthesizing information for the Foundation's initiatives
• Manage projects within a portfolio, including participation in check-in calls, note-taking, and disseminating information to the team
• Maintain intelligence on the preclinical R&D/biomarker pipeline across Parkinson's disease and related disorders
• Create and manage project committees, working groups, and workshops by collaborating with internal and external partners
• Develop program impact metrics and support program evaluation during and post-grant period
• Assist in synthesizing and writing grant portfolio summaries for promising therapeutic targets and biomarkers
• Help shape the Foundation's programmatic strategy through intelligence tracking and dissemination
• Update and collate resources for the Foundation's Translational research activities
• Educate self and team on current key scientific advances and challenges relevant to Parkinson's disease

Requirements

• PhD degree in neuroscience preferred
• Knowledge in effectively communicating and presenting complex scientific information
• Experience in scientific writing, including the ability to describe data and methodologies
• Ability to distill information into high-impact presentations
• Track record of successfully completing scientific projects independently
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks
• Capable of synthesizing large volumes of scientific data and summarizing key insights
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to articulate project context

Benefits

• 15+ options for medical insurance (with MJFF paying 90 percent of the premiums)
• Competitive dental and vision plans
• 401(k) plan with 6 percent employer contribution
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employer paid life and disability insurance
• 18 days Paid Time Off (PTO); 12 Well-Being (Sick) Days; 2 Personal Days; summer Fridays and a summer holiday week over July 4
• Hybrid-flex or remote work options
• Eligibility for a discretionary annual bonus
• Regular training courses and events for staff and leadership cultivation